MEP Estimator II: Bids, Takeoffs & Costing

Mortenson; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 92,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug plans

Dental plan

401k with generous match

Paid time off and holidays

Life/AD&D/Disability insurance

Mental health resources

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Gym Membership Discount Program

Job summary

Mortenson is seeking an MEP Estimator II to gather, calculate, and compile data to produce project estimates for a range of projects. The role includes creating project estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with trade partners and proposal documents.

You will support the lead estimator with data input, participate in plan reviews, and provide training to junior estimators and interns, while maintaining attention to detail and strong customer service.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in Estimating, Civil or Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent field experience
• Minimum three year’s construction operations experience, including exposure to materials management and project operations
• Current driver’s license
• Detail orientation sufficient to organize and manage multiple project tasks
• Applicable mathematical skills
• Familiarity with building/estimating techniques and software: ISqFt, ICE/Bid2Win, On-Screen Takeoff (OST), Bluebeam/PDF, Google Earth
• Proven positive and professional attitude, and strong customer service skills
• Ability to interpret and communicate Mortenson policies

Responsibilities

• Create Project Estimates
• Complete quantity takeoffs and summations of materials
• Solicit trade partners, obtain bid estimates, and time projections for preparing vendor proposal comparisons and estimate summary sheets
• Help in preparing, organizing, and coordinating Request for Proposal documents and schedules, utilizing schedule information to estimate General Contractor's and other schedule-driven items
• Determine all pricing options and the appropriate price for the project
• Support lead estimator in data input into estimating software program(s)
• Perform archive filing and historical cost data gathering
• Participate in plan and estimate review meetings, other project review meetings, and site investigations, as needed
• Support lead estimator in gathering information from local government and private entities that may affect project (i.e. permits, hearings, etc.)
• Help manage Addendum log and documents from customers/clients
• Provide direction to new Estimators and Engineers as they join the team
• Solicit new bidders when needed, and gather necessary documents for inclusion in future projects
• Will provide training to other estimators and interns

Skills

Project estimating

Quantity takeoffs

Vendor bid analysis

Plan & estimate reviews

Leadership/training

Communication

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Estimating or Civil/Electrical Engineering

Tools

ISqFt

ICE/Bid2Win

OST (On-Screen Takeoff)

Bluebeam/PDF

Google Earth

Job description

Mortenson is seeking an MEP Estimator II to gather, calculate, and compile data to produce project estimates for a range of projects. The role includes creating project estimates, performing quantity takeoffs, and coordinating with trade partners and proposal documents.

You will support the lead estimator with data input, participate in plan reviews, and provide training to junior estimators and interns, while maintaining attention to detail and strong customer service.